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Danny mentions the "son" but he was not born yet! (Maybe referring to Sue's pregnancy referenced in letter 1944 -01-05) I think this letter actually dates to 1945 even though the date reads 44. Danny is stationed in Germany and has disclosed to Leona…

Danny explains to Leona that the priest has made an exception and is offering him a shortened Catechism so that he can make his Communion in order to be married. Danny reveals that he cannot offer much in the way of a marital home and will explain…

Danny expects to return home on Wednesday. He congratulates Leona on her parents moving out and informs her that he was able to receive the sacrament of Communion on Sunday.

Danny's sugar report thanks Leona for having his mom send underwear although he really needs undershirts. There is discussion of Jean's baby and about a dream that Leona had about Roger Di Paolo's safety. He asks his wife if she will be returning to…

Danny's letter follows up on her doctor's appointment. He claims she is a good wife because she followed orders to drink milk even though she does not like it. There is mention of doctor, hospital, and baby expense coverage.

Danny responds to Leona mentioning the baby wiggling and tells her how much more he continues to love her in light of them becoming parents. He admits that he really did not want his wife to work but is aquiescing since there is a war. There is…

"Ravioli and chicken ever sound good".. "made spaghetti yesterday"... "I beg your pardon but whooooo did you say was going to do the cooking? ?? I've got an idea that a certain little darling wife of mine is going to do the cooking. Don't you?"...…

Danny tells Leona that they are expecting several new men to arrive at the camp in the upcoming days. He may not be mess sargent for long. He mentions that he visited Finlin's new apartment. The rent was $37.50. Danny apologizes for any times he may…

Danny asks Leona if the news he read about 65 men trapped in a mine in Bellaire affected anyone she knew. He tells her that he really enjoyed his furlough even though there has been an argument with his parents. He can't wait for the baby to be born;…

Danny questions if everything is OK at home because there is a week long gap between Leona's two most recent letters. He thanks her for visiting his parents even after the way they have treated her and continue to treat her. There is mention of…